A sacred immersion in Mount Koya.

Places to see:

Okunoin

Wander through Japan's largest necropolis, where thousands of ancient lanterns and stelae rest beneath giant cedars.

Danjo Garan

Explore the spiritual heart of Shingon Buddhism with its iconic vermilion pagoda, a symbol of Buddhist cosmology.

Activities:

Shukubo stay

Stay in a thousand-year-old temple to experience the daily life of monks and savor absolute serenity.

Morning ceremony

Participate in prayer and meditation rituals at dawn for a deep connection with Japanese spirituality.

Gastronomy

Shojin Ryori

Savor the traditional vegetarian cuisine of monks, a refined feast based on tofu, seasonal vegetables, and mountain plants.

Koya-dofu

Taste the local specialty, freeze-dried tofu with a unique texture, a pillar of Buddhist cuisine for centuries.

Transportation:

Koyasan Funicular: Ascend to the summit aboard the panoramic funicular after a scenic train journey from Osaka (Namba) via the Nankai line.